"A very, very kind and courageous woman who met the challenges of her disease with grace.PeggSt. Vincent Home Care"
In loving memory of
Sandra K. Gaines
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969
Sandra Kay Morrow Gaines, 57, much loved mother, daughter, sister and aunt, passed away on August 7, 2009 after a two year battle with ALS. Sandy was a native of Indianapolis and retired from Indiana Bell (AT&T) after 32 years of service. She was a member of St. Michael?s parish. Sandy was an avid supporter of Bishop Chatard football where her son played and currently coaches.
Sandy is survived by her son, Joseph Gaines; father, David K. Morrow; mother, Dolores Phillips; brothers, Stephen Morrow (Mary) and Jeffrey Morrow (Maureen); sister, Carlita Gipson; and eight nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather at Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel 740 E. 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN on Sunday, August 9th from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, August 10th at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46240.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bishop Chatard High School Tuition Assistance Fund 5885 Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46220. The family would like to thank the staff at St. Vincent Hospice and Castleton Nursing and Rehab Center for their loving care and support.
Tributes
"Dear Sweet Joey:Your mom was one of the sweetest people I have ever had the honor of meeting in my life. She very rarely said anything bad about anybody. Besides her sweetness, I will always remember her beautiful smile. She once told me of all the things she has ever done in life, without a doubt the greatest joy, was when she had you. You were her pride and joy!! Love ALways"
"Dearest Anthony:Your Aunt Sandy loved her whole family, but there was something very special about you. Maybe it was because you were the first. I remember her selling whatever it was to make sure you got to go with The Children's Choir. As I said she loved her whole family so very much, but honey you had a very special place in her heart. Love ALways,"
"Dear Joey, we will always remember your mom with love and affection. You were, without a doubt, her greatest pride and joy. Be strong during this tough time and remember that a mother's love never fades and is always in your heart. Love, Bob & Kathy"
"Dear Uncle Dave, Steve, Jeff and families ... hopefully the hard part of seeing Sandy fade is behind you now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you grieve the loss of a good woman. Heaven's gain ... our loss. Much love, Bob & Kathy"
"To the dear family of Sandy Gaines:Your Sandy was such a joy to work with all of those years, at the phone company. We shared a lot. She, like me put her family first. I want each of you to know she loved you all with all of her heart. I will always remember her beautiful smile. I love you Sandra Dee!!"
"Mrs. Gaines,You are the nicest Chatard mom I have ever met. I loved sitting with you at Joey's football games, you could tell he was your pride and joy. I know you will be looking down from heaven and watching over Joey. We all will take good care of him, not that he needs it because you raised a great son. We love you and I admire your ability to smile when times were rough. I love you Mrs. G.Love,Maura Kennedy"
"Uncle Dave, Joey, and the entire Morrow family, I am so sorry for your loss. Having recently lost my own Mom, I unfortunately know the pain that you are feeling. Please know that you are in my thoughts and I am here if you ever need anything (a hug, or just someone to talk to...).All my love, Courtney Minton"
"Joey, we are sorry we couldn't be there for the services, we were out of town all weekend and didn't learn of your mom's passing until late Sunday night. We are so sorry to hear about your mom, but we know that she must have been very proud of you and they way you've turned out. Rembembe she's always with you. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers. Jordan has to work today, he found out this morning I think he'll be getting in touch with you soon. Sometimes you wonder why things happen it doesn't seem fair you've all lost your moms at such an early age, but God must have needed some very special angels.Take care"